DIY bolt handle threading and knob replacement on Savage 11.

[McHoss]

I had been thinking of replacing the bolt handle and knob on my Savage 11 and mentioned it to a friend. He made me two replacement bolt knobs so kinda forced my hand into doing it myself. One is mild steel and the other aluminum. Both were threaded 5/16 - 24. So a little research and I dove in. I wanted a slight profile left on the handle to allow a smooth transition from the knob to the handle. I think it turned out very well.
Some pics of the process...

 

[TacticalTeacher]

Fabulous job profiling the extension to blend in nicely with the incoming knob!

Well done. Many folks will find this inspiring!

Cheers, Barney

Peace Be To Journey!

 

[mac100]

I’m picking up a Craftex B2227L tomorrow and I think I have just been inspired to make this my first project. Thanks

 

[FarmerDanz]

Good work man. Patience goes a long way with these types of mods.

 

[McHoss]

I’m picking up a Craftex B2227L tomorrow and I think I have just been inspired to make this my first project. Thanks

Awesome. I’m actively searching for a lathe. I have a line on a Unimat mini lathe that has a milling set up as well.